Optimizer

BP • Cotulla, TX

36d • $114,000 - $134,000 • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a highly motivated, self-starting optimizer with a growth mindset and a track record of extraordinary delivery in a dynamic work environment. You will work directly with operations personnel to tackle problems through data insights and develop holistic solutions to optimize gas lift and plunger lift well set.

Requirements

• 7+ years in oil & gas operations, artificial lift, and field tech roles preferred.
• Strong background in petroleum engineering, production operations, or related fields.
• Extensive well optimization experience, including proven optimization strategies.
• Echo meter experience and downhole troubleshooting.
• Familiarity with artificial lift methods (gas lift, ESP, plunger, rod pump) and shale/tight gas operations.
• Proficiency with real-time data historian systems (e.g., OSIsoft PI / AVEVA PI), visualization tools (PI Vision, Power BI), and digital optimization platforms.
• Experience pulling data using SQL queries and understanding SQL database architecture.
• Background in data visualization, with experience in Power BI and Power Apps.
• Analytical mindset with experience in data interpretation, root-cause analysis, and remote operations in onshore unconventional plays.
• Growth-oriented, self-starting attitude with a track record of delivering results in dynamic, high-intensity environments.
• Excellent communication skills for collaborating with field personnel and leadership.
• Understanding of the oil and gas industry.
• Proven experience using statistical analysis to solve problems.
• Empathetic and asset-focused when crafting visualization tools: effective listener who develops intuitive dashboards that generate clear business value.
• Effective communicator across all levels of the organization.
• Growth mindset: proven ability to learn and adapt quickly.
• Echo meter experience and downhole troubleshooting.
• Extensive well optimization experience, including proven optimization strategies.
• Ability to partner with Production Technicians to build skillsets across the organization.
• Background in data visualization, with experience in Power BI and Power Apps.
• Experience pulling data using SQL queries and a fundamental understanding of SQL database architecture.
• Strong collaboration skills to drive systematic improvements across the organization.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze production data from wells using digital tools (e.g., PI Vision, Power BI, Palantir Foundry, AVEVA PI) to identify underperforming assets and optimization opportunities.
• Perform remote setpoint adjustments to optimize production, such as: Auto choke controls ESP (electric submersible pumps) Gas lift injection rates Plunger lift systems Compressor settings - to optimize production rates, minimize downtime, and maintain well uptime.
• Collaborate with field operations, engineering, and centralized teams to troubleshoot issues, develop data-driven strategies, and implement holistic improvements for well sets (e.g., gas lift or plunger lift optimization).
• Contribute to innovation in optimization tools and workflows, incorporating data science, AI insights, and continuous improvement initiatives to reduce methane emissions and enhance overall asset performance.
• Support cross-functional goals such as increasing production volumes while lowering operational costs and environmental impact.
• Collaborate with the operations team to identify widespread issues and build a data-centric strategy to address them.
• Develop descriptive analytics to identify trends from operational data and create business value.
• Systematically improve business value through descriptive and diagnostic analytics performed on operations data (HSE, Production, and LOE).
• Be willing to travel to the field approximately 80% of the time to meet with key partners, understand common issues, and build relationships.

Benefits

• access to health, vision, and dental insurance
• flexible working schedule
• paid time off policy
• discretionary annual bonus program
• long-term incentive program
• generous 401(k) matching program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Oil and Gas Extraction
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees